This course will examine the scientific basis of public policy decision making in areas of human health, the environment, energy, and agriculture. A general understanding of the science involved in these areas - predominantly genetics, cell biology, physiology, and ecology - will be applied to topics such as drug and herbicide resistance, endangered species, regulation of biotechnology, microbial sources of energy, control of toxic substances, and the war against cancer. No formal background in biology or policy is required. The course should be particularly useful for non-science students who would like to gain insight into areas of biology of importance to public decision making and to students of public policy who would like a better background on biological issues.

Course Must Be Taken For A Grade

BIOL 101-001

Intro Biology A

John D. O. WagnerR. Scott Poethig

MWF 01:00 PM-02:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Living World Sector

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Laboratory and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-101

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

M 02:00 PM-05:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-102

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

M 02:00 PM-05:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-103

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

T 09:00 AM-12:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-104

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

T 09:00 AM-12:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-105

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

T 01:00 PM-04:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-106

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

T 01:00 PM-04:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-107

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

W 09:00 AM-12:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-108

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

W 09:00 AM-12:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-109

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

W 02:00 PM-05:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-110

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

W 02:00 PM-05:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-111

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

R 09:00 AM-12:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-112

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

R 01:00 PM-04:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-113

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

R 01:00 PM-04:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-114

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

F 02:00 PM-05:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 101-601

Intro Biology A

John E. Zimmerman

F 05:00 PM-07:30 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Living World Sector

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsCourse Must Be Taken For A GradeRegistration also required for Laboratory (see below)

BIOL 101-602

Introduction To Biology A

Linda J. Robinson

F 02:00 PM-05:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredOnly Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsRegistration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 101-603

Introduction To Biology A

John E. Zimmerman

S 09:00 AM-12:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.

Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredOnly Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsRegistration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 102-001

Intro Biology B

Katie Lynn BarottDustin Brisson

MW 09:00 AM-11:00 AM

General principles of biology focusing on evolution, physiology, development, and ecology in all types of living organisms.

Living World Sector

Registration also required for Laboratory and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 102-101

Introduction To Biology B

Linda J. Robinson

M 02:00 PM-05:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on evolution, physiology, development, and ecology in all types of living organisms.

Registration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 102-102

Introduction To Biology B

Linda J. Robinson

T 09:00 AM-12:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on evolution, physiology, development, and ecology in all types of living organisms.

Registration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 102-103

Introduction To Biology B

Linda J. Robinson

T 01:00 PM-04:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on evolution, physiology, development, and ecology in all types of living organisms.

Registration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 102-104

Introduction To Biology B

Linda J. Robinson

W 02:00 PM-05:00 PM

General principles of biology focusing on evolution, physiology, development, and ecology in all types of living organisms.

Registration also required for Lecture and Recitation (see below)

BIOL 109-401

Intro To Brain & Behav

Judith Mclean

MWF 10:00 AM-11:00 AM

Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological basis of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.

BIBB109401, PSYC109401

Living World Sector

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Laboratory (see below)

BIOL 109-402

Introduction To Brain and Behavior

T 09:00 AM-10:30 AM

Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological basis of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.

BIBB109402, PSYC109402

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 109-403

Introduction To Brain and Behavior

T 10:30 AM-12:00 PM

Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological basis of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.

BIBB109403, PSYC109403

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 109-404

Introduction To Brain and Behavior

T 12:00 PM-01:30 PM

Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological basis of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.

BIBB109404, PSYC109404

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 109-405

Introduction To Brain and Behavior

T 01:30 PM-03:00 PM

Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological basis of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.

BIBB109405, PSYC109405

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 109-406

Introduction To Brain and Behavior

R 09:00 AM-10:30 AM

Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological basis of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.

BIBB109406, PSYC109406

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 109-407

Introduction To Brain and Behavior

R 10:30 AM-12:00 PM

Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological basis of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.

BIBB109407, PSYC109407

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 109-408

Introduction To Brain and Behavior

R 12:00 PM-01:30 PM

Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological basis of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.

BIBB109408, PSYC109408

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 109-409

Introduction To Brain and Behavior

R 01:30 PM-03:00 PM

Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological basis of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.

BIBB109409, PSYC109409

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 121-001

Intro Bio-Molec Bio Life

Michael A. LampsonMark D Goulian

MWF 10:00 AM-11:00 AM

An intensive introductory lecture course covering the cell, molecular biology, biochemistry, and the genetics of animals, bacteria, and viruses. This course is comparable to Biology 101, but places greater emphasis on molecular mechanisms and experimental approaches. Particular attention is given to the ways in which modern cell biological and molecular genetic methods contribute to our understanding of evolutionary processes, the mechanistic basis of human disease, and recent biotechnological innovations. Students are encouraged to take BIOL 121 and 123 concurrently.

College Quantitative Data Analysis Req.Living World Sector

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Recitation (see below)

BIOL 121-201

Introduction To Biology - the Molecular Biology of Life

Michael A. LampsonMark D Goulian

M 09:00 AM-10:00 AM

An intensive introductory lecture course covering the cell, molecular biology, biochemistry, and the genetics of animals, bacteria, and viruses. This course is comparable to Biology 101, but places greater emphasis on molecular mechanisms and experimental approaches. Particular attention is given to the ways in which modern cell biological and molecular genetic methods contribute to our understanding of evolutionary processes, the mechanistic basis of human disease, and recent biotechnological innovations. Students are encouraged to take BIOL 121 and 123 concurrently.

College Quantitative Data Analysis Req.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 123-001

Intro. Molec. Biol. Lab

Karl G Siegert

F 09:00 AM-10:00 AM

An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 121 and 123 should be taken concurrently.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Laboratory (see below)

BIOL 123-101

Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory

Karl G Siegert

M 01:00 PM-04:00 PM

An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 121 and 123 should be taken concurrently.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Attendance At First Lab Meeting RequiredRegistration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 123-102

Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory

Karl G Siegert

M 01:00 PM-04:00 PM

An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 121 and 123 should be taken concurrently.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 123-103

Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory

Karl G Siegert

M 04:30 PM-07:30 PM

An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 121 and 123 should be taken concurrently.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 123-104

Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory

Karl G Siegert

T 09:00 AM-12:00 PM

An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 121 and 123 should be taken concurrently.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 123-105

Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory

Karl G Siegert

T 01:00 PM-04:00 PM

An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 121 and 123 should be taken concurrently.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 123-106

Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory

Karl G Siegert

W 01:00 PM-04:00 PM

An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 121 and 123 should be taken concurrently.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 123-107

Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory

Karl G Siegert

W 04:30 PM-07:30 PM

An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 121 and 123 should be taken concurrently.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 123-108

Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory

Karl G Siegert

W 04:30 PM-07:30 PM

An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 121 and 123 should be taken concurrently.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 123-109

Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory

Karl G Siegert

R 09:00 AM-12:00 PM

An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 121 and 123 should be taken concurrently.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 123-110

Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory

Karl G Siegert

R 01:00 PM-04:00 PM

An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 121 and 123 should be taken concurrently.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 123-111

Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory

Karl G Siegert

R 01:00 PM-04:00 PM

An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 121 and 123 should be taken concurrently.

Course is available to Freshmen and Upperclassmen.Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 140-401

Humans & the Environment

Daniel H Janzen

TR 03:00 PM-04:30 PM

Intensive exposure to current issues and solutions in contemporary human interactions with the environment. Global in scope, but focused on case histories. Emphasis on providing biological and sociological background for a given major environment-human interaction, and state-of-the-art suggested solutions.

BIOL440401

Natural Science & Math Sector

BIOL 201-601

Essentials of Cell Bio

TR 04:30 PM-06:00 PM

An intermediate level exploration of cell structure and function including membrane structure, intracellular organelles, membrane trafficking, surface receptors and signal transduction, the cytoskeleton, cell motility and communication, and the cell cycle. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsCourse Must Be Taken For A GradeRegistration also required for Recitation (see below)

BIOL 201-602

Essentials of Cell Biology

Xiaohong Zou Witmer

TR 06:10 PM-06:30 PM

An intermediate level exploration of cell structure and function including membrane structure, intracellular organelles, membrane trafficking, surface receptors and signal transduction, the cytoskeleton, cell motility and communication, and the cell cycle. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsRegistration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 203-601

Essentials of Biochem

W 04:30 PM-07:30 PM

Intermediate level course covering principles of modern biochemistry. Topics include protein structure, protein purification and characterization, proteomics, enzyme kinetics and mechanisms, membrane structure and function, metabolism, and cellular energy transduction. Emphasis will be on biochemical problem solving, experimental design, and application of quantitative methods in a biological and clinical context. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsCourse Must Be Taken For A GradeRegistration also required for Recitation (see below)

BIOL 203-602

Essentials of Biochemistry

W 07:30 PM-08:00 PM

Intermediate level course covering principles of modern biochemistry. Topics include protein structure, protein purification and characterization, proteomics, enzyme kinetics and mechanisms, membrane structure and function, metabolism, and cellular energy transduction. Emphasis will be on biochemical problem solving, experimental design, and application of quantitative methods in a biological and clinical context. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsCourse Must Be Taken For A GradeRegistration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 205-001

Cell Biology

Tatyana M. SvitkinaWei Guo

TR 10:30 AM-12:00 PM

A conceptual view of cell structure and function including membrane structure, intracellular organelles, membrane trafficking, surface receptors and signal transduction, the cytoskeleton, cell motility and communication, and the cell cycle. Cell biology is a dynamic field and recent research discoveries will be included in the lectures.

Registration also required for Recitation (see below)

BIOL 205-201

Cell Biology

T 05:30 PM-06:30 PM

A conceptual view of cell structure and function including membrane structure, intracellular organelles, membrane trafficking, surface receptors and signal transduction, the cytoskeleton, cell motility and communication, and the cell cycle. Cell biology is a dynamic field and recent research discoveries will be included in the lectures.

Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 205-202

Cell Biology

W 05:00 PM-06:00 PM

A conceptual view of cell structure and function including membrane structure, intracellular organelles, membrane trafficking, surface receptors and signal transduction, the cytoskeleton, cell motility and communication, and the cell cycle. Cell biology is a dynamic field and recent research discoveries will be included in the lectures.

Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 211-601

Essentials of Genetics

M 05:30 PM-08:20 PM

This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Mendelian and molecular genetics will be discussed as well as the use of genetic analysis to address questions in all areas of biology. The processes of DNA replication, transcription, and translation will be discussed at the molecular level. Other topics include the regulation of gene expression and genomics. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsCourse Must Be Taken For A GradeRegistration also required for Recitation (see below)

BIOL 211-602

Essentials of Molecular Biology and Genetics

M 08:30 PM-09:00 PM

This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Mendelian and molecular genetics will be discussed as well as the use of genetic analysis to address questions in all areas of biology. The processes of DNA replication, transcription, and translation will be discussed at the molecular level. Other topics include the regulation of gene expression and genomics. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsRegistration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 213-601

Essentials of Physiology

TR 06:30 PM-08:00 PM

A comparative and quantitative approach to the physiological function of vertebrates. Topics include muscles, nervous system, cardiovascular system, respiration, and renal function. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsCourse Must Be Taken For A GradeRegistration also required for Recitation (see below)

BIOL 213-602

Essentials of Vertebrate Physiology

TR 08:00 PM-08:20 PM

A comparative and quantitative approach to the physiological function of vertebrates. Topics include muscles, nervous system, cardiovascular system, respiration, and renal function. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsCourse Must Be Taken For A GradeRegistration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 215-001

Vertebrate Physiology

TR 01:30 PM-03:00 PM

The course will focus on integrative aspects of physiological function of vertebrates. Comparative, environmental and quantitative approaches will be used. Major topics include muscle, the cardiovascular system, respiration, renal function and the nervous system.

Registration also required for Recitation (see below)

BIOL 215-201

Vertebrate Physiology

T 03:00 PM-04:00 PM

The course will focus on integrative aspects of physiological function of vertebrates. Comparative, environmental and quantitative approaches will be used. Major topics include muscle, the cardiovascular system, respiration, renal function and the nervous system.

Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 215-202

Vertebrate Physiology

W 02:00 PM-03:00 PM

The course will focus on integrative aspects of physiological function of vertebrates. Comparative, environmental and quantitative approaches will be used. Major topics include muscle, the cardiovascular system, respiration, renal function and the nervous system.

Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 215-203

Vertebrate Physiology

R 12:00 PM-01:00 PM

The course will focus on integrative aspects of physiological function of vertebrates. Comparative, environmental and quantitative approaches will be used. Major topics include muscle, the cardiovascular system, respiration, renal function and the nervous system.

Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 215-204

Vertebrate Physiology

F 01:00 PM-02:00 PM

The course will focus on integrative aspects of physiological function of vertebrates. Comparative, environmental and quantitative approaches will be used. Major topics include muscle, the cardiovascular system, respiration, renal function and the nervous system.

Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 221-401

Molec. Biol. & Genetics

Kimberly L. GallagherNancy M. Bonini

TR 12:00 PM-01:30 PM

This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Two broad areas will be considered 1) Molecular Biology: DNA replication, transcription, translation, regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems, and genomics and 2) Genetics: basic Mendelian & molecular genetics.

BIOL527401

Registration also required for Recitation (see below)

BIOL 221-402

Molecular Biology and Genetics

T 04:30 PM-05:30 PM

This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Two broad areas will be considered 1) Molecular Biology: DNA replication, transcription, translation, regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems, and genomics and 2) Genetics: basic Mendelian & molecular genetics.

BIOL527402

Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 221-403

Molecular Biology and Genetics

W 01:00 PM-02:00 PM

This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Two broad areas will be considered 1) Molecular Biology: DNA replication, transcription, translation, regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems, and genomics and 2) Genetics: basic Mendelian & molecular genetics.

BIOL527403

Registration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 231-401

Evolution of Behavior

Yun DingMarc F. Schmidt

TR 01:30 PM-03:00 PM

The evolution of social behavior in animals, with special emphasis on group formation, cooperation among kin, mating systems, territoriality and communication.

PSYC231401, BIBB231401

BIOL 240-001

Ecology: Indiv To Ecosys

Erol AkcayBrent R. Helliker

MWF 12:00 PM-01:00 PM

The study of living organisms in their natural environment, spanning the ecological physiology of individuals, the structure of populations, and interactions among species, including the organization of communities and ecosystem function.

Contact Dept Or Instructor For Classrm InfoRegistration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 275-601

Elements of Microbiology

F 04:00 PM-05:30 PM

Microbiology plays a central role in diverse areas of human life such as infectious disease, ecology, and biotechnology. This course will cover aspects of modern microbiology with an emphasis on prokaryotic organisms. The topics will include basic aspects of microbial diversity, genetics, and pathogenesis as well as examples of applied microbiology. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsCourse Must Be Taken For A GradeRegistration also required for Laboratory (see below)

BIOL 275-602

Elements of Microbiology

F 05:30 PM-08:30 PM

Microbiology plays a central role in diverse areas of human life such as infectious disease, ecology, and biotechnology. This course will cover aspects of modern microbiology with an emphasis on prokaryotic organisms. The topics will include basic aspects of microbial diversity, genetics, and pathogenesis as well as examples of applied microbiology. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsRegistration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 275-603

Elements of Microbiology

F 05:30 PM-08:30 PM

Microbiology plays a central role in diverse areas of human life such as infectious disease, ecology, and biotechnology. This course will cover aspects of modern microbiology with an emphasis on prokaryotic organisms. The topics will include basic aspects of microbial diversity, genetics, and pathogenesis as well as examples of applied microbiology. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsRegistration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 306-601

Histology

Deborah E Weil

R 04:30 PM-07:30 PM

This course is designed to introduce the undergraduate student to the structure of tissues at the cellular level and to the way in which those tissues are assembled into organs. This knowledge of structure will be the basis for discussion of tissue and organ function. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsCourse Must Be Taken For A Grade

BIOL 400-101

Field Botany

Cynthia SkemaTimothy A. Block

F 12:00 PM-05:00 PM

This course focuses on teaching students the Pennsylvania flora, both native and naturalized. Through weekly field trips, students will gain an appreciation for the diversity of plant species and plant communities in PA, and observe and discuss ecological and historical forces that influence plant species occurrences and plant communities. The ability to quickly and accurately identify plants in the field, through both sight identification and the use of a dichotomous key, is the major thrust of this course. Students will also learn how to appropriately collect plant materials for further study/identification in the laboratory and for archiving in an herbarium collection.

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BIOL 401-301

Prokaryotic Microbiology: A Pragmatic View

Mehmet Fevzi Daldal

W 03:30 PM-05:30 PMM 04:00 PM-05:00 PM

This interactive course is intended for a small group of students aspiring to pursue research in microbiology, preferably using prokaryotes. Students will study selected papers and will attend the Prokaryotic Microbiology Seminars on Fridays. Specific problems of importance to a given field at a particular time will be critically analyzed and discussed: How were cutting edge techniques of the time used to address these problems? How would the same problems be approached using current techniques? The emphasis of the course will be on learning to become a thoughtful experimentalist rather than acquiring the hottest emerging knowledge.

BIOL 404-601

Immunobiology

Michael P Cancro

M 06:30 PM-09:30 PM

Early development of microbiology, pathology, and immunobiology; molecular and cellular bases of immune phenomena including: immunity to pathogens, immune diseases, autoimmunity, and hypersensitivity. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsCourse Must Be Taken For A Grade

BIOL 405-301

First Line of Defense: the Role of Innate Immunity in Disease

Emily R Elliott

MW 12:30 PM-02:00 PM

All organisms, from bacteria to humans, rely on innate, non-specific defense systems to protect against infection and mediate damage. Even in organisms that can generate highly specific and efficient adaptive responses, such as humans, defects in innate immune system components can be fatal. In this course, we will examine the cellular and molecular mechanisms of the components of the innate immune system through discussion of primary literature. We will explore how the innate immune system influences the course of infections and cancer, as well as autoinflammatory disorders that lead to host tissue damage. Though our focus will be on mammalian immunity, we will also explore the evolutionary development of innate immunity through comparison of systems in different organisms.

Permission Needed From Instructor

BIOL 407-601

Cancer Cell Biology

Shujuan Xia

W 06:30 PM-09:30 PM

This course will focus on the molecular mechanisms by which fundamental cellular processes are disrupted in the development of cancer.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsCourse Must Be Taken For A Grade

BIOL 410-001

Advanced Evolution

Timothy A. Linksvayer

TR 10:30 AM-12:00 PM

Mechanisms of evolution at the genetic and populational levels. Empirical and theoretical approaches to natural selection, population structure, gene flow, and quantitative genetics will be emphasized.

This course will focus on fundamental topics related to the ecological and evolutionary processes driving the transmission of pathogenic microbes among hosts including life-history strategies; evolution of pathogenic traits; the impacts of temporal, spatial and host-trait heterogeneity; and factors causing the emergence of an infectious pathogen. Examples will be drawn from human, wildlife, and plant pathogens to illustrate these ecological and evolutionary topics. Students will learn to develop and apply current ecological and evolutionary theory to infectious microbe research and gain practical experience accessing, interpreting and synthesizing the peer-reviewed scientific literature through a combination of popular and scientific readings, discussion, and lecture.

BIOL 436-301

Molecular Physiology

Dejian Ren

MW 03:30 PM-05:00 PM

This course is designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in molecular physiology of sensory signal transduction. The major topics to cover will be signal transduction mechanisms used by membrane ion channels and receptors that detect the sensory stimuli (light, sound, temperature and taste, for example) and transmit the signals to the nervous system. Modern molecular/structural techniques (patch clamp, protein crystallization, molecular genetics, expression cloning and protein purification) will be introduced along with each topic. References will be primary research articles. Students will critically evaluate research discoveries by reading and presenting one to two original research papers. Each student is required to write a 10-page research proposal and to critique proposals written by fellow students.

BIOL 437-401

Intro To Computational Biology & Biological Modeling

Junhyong Kim

MW 03:30 PM-05:00 PM

The goal of this course is to develop a deeper understanding of techniques and concepts used in Computational Biology. The course will strive to focus on a small set of approaches to gain both theoretical and practical understanding of the methods. We will aim to cover practical issues such as programming and the use of programs, as well as theoretical issues such as algorithm design, statistical data analysis, theory of algorithms and statistics. This course WILL NOT provide a broad survey of the field nor teach specific tools but focus on a deep understanding of a small set of topics. We will discuss string algorithms, hidden markov models, dimension reduction, and machine learning (or phylogeny estimation) for biomedical problems.

CIS436401, CIS536401, GCB536401

BIOL 440-401

Adv. Analysis Humans Env

Daniel H Janzen

TR 03:00 PM-04:30 PM

Advanced version of BIOL 140: Humans and the Environment. Additional readings and course work as directed.

Biotechnology transforms basic biological research into pharmaceutical therapies. This course will examine some explanations for American biotechnology vitality by studying case histories in which fundamental, biological observations were subsequently developed, successfully and unsuccessfully, for therapeutic applications. Along the way, we will also seek to understand the interactions among academic research institutions, biotechnology companies, large pharmaceutical companies, the Food and Drug Administration, financial institutions, venture groups, and the Patent and Trademark Office. Classes will be highly interactive. Students will present case histories in a critical fashion. Ultimately, students will conduct mock negotiations focused on university technology transfers, clinical trial design, financing, and intellectual property.

Permission Needed From Instructor

BIOL 482-301

Cell Signaling

Kimberly L. Gallagher

W 02:00 PM-05:00 PM

The evolution of multicellularity required that cells be able to both send and receive signals from their neighbors. The development of organs and differentiation of cells and tissues requires reliable and continuous communication between cells. Consequences of inappropriate or anomalous signaling include development abnormalities and cancer. This class will examine mechanisms of cell-to-cell signaling between cells in plants and animals with an emphasis on the cell biology of development.

BIOL 482-601

Cell Signaling

MW 05:00 PM-06:20 PM

The evolution of multicellularity required that cells be able to both send and receive signals from their neighbors. The development of organs and differentiation of cells and tissues requires reliable and continuous communication between cells. Consequences of inappropriate or anomalous signaling include development abnormalities and cancer. This class will examine mechanisms of cell-to-cell signaling between cells in plants and animals with an emphasis on the cell biology of development.

Only Open To LPS Pb Pre-Health StudentsCourse Must Be Taken For A Grade

BIOL 483-401

Epigenetics

Doris Wagner

TR 01:30 PM-03:00 PM

This course investigates epigenetic phenomena: heritable alternate states of gene activity that do not result from an alteration in nucleotide composition (mutations). Epigenetic mechanisms regulate genome accessibility and cell differentiation. They play a key role in normal development and in oncogenesis. For example both mammalian X-chromosome inactivation and nuclear transfer (cloning) are subject to epigenetic regulation. Amongst the epigenetic mechanisms we will discuss in this course are chromatin organization, histone modification, DNA methylation and non-coding RNAs. The course is geared toward advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students and is a combination of lectures, student presentations and research presentations by guest speakers. Students will work with the current scientific literature.

CAMB483401

BIOL 484-301

Cell Motility & Cytoskel

Tatyana M. Svitkina

MW 03:30 PM-05:00 PM

Cytoskeleton and cell motility plays a crucial role in many aspects of normal and pathological physiology of individual cells, tissues, and whole organisms, including morphogenesis, immune response, wound healing, oncogenesis, and infection. This course will cover current topics in cell biology with emphasis on cytoskeleton and cell motility and their roles in these processes. Lectures, student presentations, and discussions in the class will be based on primary scientific literature.

BIOL 527-401

Genetics For Comp Bio

Kimberly L. GallagherNancy M. Bonini

TR 12:00 PM-01:30 PM

This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Two broad areas will be considered: 1) Molecular biology: DNA replication, transcription, translation, and the regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems and genomics and 2) Genetics: basic Mendelian & molecular genetics.

BIOL221401

Permission Needed From InstructorRegistration also required for Recitation (see below)

BIOL 527-402

Genetics For Computational Biology

T 04:30 PM-05:30 PM

This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Two broad areas will be considered: 1) Molecular biology: DNA replication, transcription, translation, and the regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems and genomics and 2) Genetics: basic Mendelian & molecular genetics.

BIOL221402

Permission Needed From InstructorRegistration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 527-403

Genetics For Computational Biology

W 01:00 PM-02:00 PM

This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Two broad areas will be considered: 1) Molecular biology: DNA replication, transcription, translation, and the regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems and genomics and 2) Genetics: basic Mendelian & molecular genetics.

BIOL221403

Permission Needed From InstructorRegistration also required for Lecture (see below)

BIOL 700-301

Advanced Topics in Current Biology Research

David S. Roos

Integrative seminar on current biological research for first-year PhD students.